How A Centipede Actually Stings You ππ± #insects #centipede #nature
How Do Centipedes Attack?
Mechanism of Attack
- When a centipede attacks, it uses its legs to grip the skin of its prey.
- The pain is not caused by the legs but rather by the centipede's head, which curves downward to stab with venomous forcipules.
- The strong grip allows the centipede to inject venom multiple times into the same area.
- This repeated injection pumps toxins into the victim, increasing the severity of the attack.